A music video was released for the song "No Good" in June. It was directed by Eric Teti. In late July, it was announced the band were recording, and in early August the band finished recording its next release. Knuckle Puck supported Senses Fail on the band's Let It Enfold You 10th anniversary tour from late August till early October 2014. In early September, the band released a 7" flexi containing the songs "Oak Street" and "Home Alone", the former of which was intended for release on the group's next EP. The flexi was released by Bad Timing. On October 16, 2014, "Bedford Falls" was available for streaming. On October 23, the While I Stay Secluded EP was made available for streaming and on October 28, it was released by Bad Timing. The EP had peaked at number 5 on the Heatseekers Albums in the U.S. Guitarist Kevin Maida revealed that the band "firmly and confidently" considered the EP the group's best work so far. On October 31, the band released a music video for "Oak Street". In November and December, the band supported Modern Baseball on the group's winter tour.
In November 2014, the various artists compilation album Punk Goes Pop 6 was released, it featured Knuckle Puck covering The 1975 song "Chocolate". On December 22, 2014, Knuckle Puck signed to Rise Records. Maida said that Rise would be "a bountiful new home" for the group and would help the band evolve. Throughout January and February 2015 the band supported Neck Deep on the band's The Intercontinental Championships Tour. In late February, the band announced it had started recording its debut album and by early April, the group had finished. The group joined The Maine on The American Candy Spring 2015 Tour, as a support act, throughout April and May. On June 11, the band's debut album, Copacetic, was announced. The artwork and track list was revealed. On June 19, a music video was released for "Disdain". On June 30, "True Contrite" was made available for streaming. The band played on the 2015 edition of Warped Tour. On July 14, "Pretense" was made available for streaming. On July 23, the album was made available for streaming. Copacetic released on July 31. The band supported State Champs on the group's European tour in September and October. The band toured the U.S. in October and November, with support from Seaway, Head North and Sorority Noise. In February and March 2016, the band supported Neck Deep and State Champs on the groups' co-headlining tour of the U.S.
In March 2017, a 7-inch vinyl single was released, featuring the tracks "Calendar Days" and "Indecisive". On July 27, the band released the first single from their at the time upcoming album onto YouTube and iTunes titled "Gone". A few months later in September the second single "Double Helix" was released on YouTube with its music video. The group released their second album, Shapeshifter, on October 13.
Despite its title, the second album from Knuckle Puck isn’t a reinvention; rather, Shapeshifter is the sound of the Chicago-based pop-punk band taking their best qualities and honing them to make them even sharper. The songwriting became tighter and more deliberate, the lyrics more introspective and urgent—without losing an ounce of the sweat-soaked authenticity and passion that made their debut album, Copacetic, so captivating.
Above all, it’s an album that proves the band are unflinchingly unwilling to compromise when it comes to their art. That’s evident on first single “Gone,” perhaps the most fully realized Knuckle Puck song to date. It’s equal parts muscular and melodic, textured with keyboards, buzzsaw guitars and a buoyant chorus that will integrate seamlessly into the band’s raved-about live show.
“When you reach early adulthood and start to see your life take shape, it’s also important to shape your identity and break yourself free from anything that might be holding you down,” guitarist Nick Casasanto explains. “I hope the album instills a little bit of hope in people. I hope people realize they should consume the things that really speak to them. Through that, I feel like it’s the most satisfying way to be who you want to be.”
Wall to Wall
Knuckle Puck Lyrics
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I'll seek my value once again
Wall to fucking wall depreciation
You twist my tongue with costly dividends
Twice the effort, half the outcome
And how can I step forward when there's not much to step for?
I'm sinking lower with every growth spurt
I guess you're just not wired that way
It must be nice to be so figured out
You've got a fire in your eyes and I've got a burning in my throat
The difference always bothered me but I kept it to myself
Wall to fucking wall depreciation
You twist my tongue with costly dividends
Twice the effort, half the outcome
Why won't I step forward when there's so much to step for?
I'm sinking lower with every growth spurt
Decay, decay, decay
The song Wall to Wall by Knuckle Puck is a reflection on the frustration of feeling undervalued and underappreciated in a relationship. The singer of the song is expressing a sense of disappointment and desperation towards the other person who is metaphorically represented as a wall. They feel wasted and like they are not being seen or heard. The line "you're a waste, but I'm the one who's wasted underneath" captures this sentiment perfectly.
The chorus "Wall to fucking wall depreciation, you twist my tongue with costly dividends, twice the effort, half the outcome" refers to the idea that the singer is putting in twice the effort into the relationship but getting half the outcome. They feel as if they are being taken advantage of and the relationship is becoming a burden. The singer is struggling with the question of how to move forward when there is not much to look forward to. They are sinking lower with each passing day and feel as if they are decaying.
In the second verse, the singer compares themselves to the other person in the relationship, highlighting the differences between them. They envy the other person's sense of confidence and the way they appear to have their life figured out. The song ends with the singer still feeling trapped and unable to move forward. The repetition of "decay, decay, decay" reinforces the feeling of being stuck in a rut and slowly losing themselves to the relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You're a waste, but I'm the one who's wasted underneath
I may seem useless, but my true value lies beneath the surface.
Wall to fucking wall depreciation
Everything around me is losing its worth.
You twist my tongue with costly dividends
Your words bind me with high expectations, leading to disappointment.
Twice the effort, half the outcome
I put in twice the work, but I only get half of what I hope for.
And how can I step forward when there's not much to step for?
I feel stuck and uninspired, unsure of what direction to take.
I'm sinking lower with every growth spurt
Despite trying to better myself, I feel like I'm only becoming worse.
Decay, decay, decay
My mental state is deteriorating.
I guess you're just not wired that way
I understand that you don't think like me.
It must be nice to be so figured out
It seems great to have all the answers and know exactly what to do.
You've got a fire in your eyes and I've got a burning in my throat
You're driven and passionate, while I feel overwhelmed and anxious.
The difference always bothered me but I kept it to myself
I've always felt inferior to you, but I never let you know.
Why won't I step forward when there's so much to step for?
I know there are opportunities out there, but I can't seem to take advantage of them.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Siorek, Joseph Taylor, Kevin Maida, Nicholas Casasanto
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ayrton Alexander
Do yourselves a favour and listen to the album as a whole. From track one to the end the whole thing is just absolutely beautiful. This is my second time giving it a go!
Michael divers
I'll have to agree I think atleast 20-25 views were me. I cannot stop listening to it. Can't wait for my preorder to be here!
Cam
***** I already have the CD. :)
ella rxse
+Cameron Schumacher i have the vinyl and the cd whoops
Wake Now
I still listen regularly 😊
Dale Windecker, Jr.
Loving this band. Better than most modern pop punk acts who still act like it's 2007. These guys sound modern in a good way
pLn
TWICE THE EFFORT, HALF THE OUTCOME!
pumpinmynuts
My most listened song and album on Spotify for 2019, the lyrical power of Joe is in another level
Tyler Lucchese
Konstantinos Zazas dude same
user355
ARE U GREEK? OMG